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Table 3 Description of the 12 lessons in the #Tamojunto 2.0 program, including their title, activities and goals

From: Effectiveness evaluation of the school-based drug prevention program #Tamojunto2.0: protocol of a cluster randomized controlled trial

Lesson

Title

Activities

Goals

1

#Tamojunto introduction

▪ Presentation

▪ Group work: coexistence contract management

▪ Homework

Introduction to the program, establishment of rules for the lessons and reflection on what is known about drugs

2

Where do I belong?

▪ Situation play

▪ Game discussion

Clarify the influences and expectations of the group

3

Choices: protective and risk factors for alcohol use

▪ Information on different factors influencing drug use

▪ Discussion and work in small groups

Information on different factors influencing drug use

4

What do you think reflects reality?

▪ Presentation

▪ General discussion

▪ Group work

▪ Game

Encourage critical analysis of information, reflection on differences between personal opinions and actual data, reassessment of norms

5

What we know and do not know about smoking

▪ Quiz

▪ General discussion

▪ Feedback

▪ Game

Information on the effects of smoking, differentiation of expected vs. real effects and short-term vs. long-term effects

6

Express yourself

▪ Game

▪ Discussion and plenary

▪ Group work

Proper communication of emotions, distinction between verbal and nonverbal communication

7

Manifest yourself in the world and in your life

▪ General discussion

▪ Group work

▪ Role play

Promote assertiveness and respect for others

8

The new guy!

▪ Role play

▪ Game

▪ General discussion of the class

Recognition and appreciation of positive qualities, acceptance of positive feedback, practice and reflection on how to get to know new people

9

Drugs—educate yourself

▪ Group work

▪ Question and answer game

Information on the positive and negative effects of drug use

10

Coping strategies

▪ Presentation

▪ General discussion

▪ Group work

Expression of negative feelings, dealing with challenges

11

Problem solving and decision-making

▪ Presentation

▪ General discussion

▪ Group work

▪ Homework

Problem solving and fostering creative thinking and self-control

12

Setting goals and final considerations

▪ Game

▪ Group work

▪ General discussion

Distinguish the long-term and short-term goals, evaluate the program and its process